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Gourmet Focaccia Sandwich with Balsamic Glaze

An upscale, easy-to-assemble sandwich with crispy-baked bacon, peppery baby arugula, and a thick balsamic glaze on toasted artisan focaccia bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Brunch, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Cafe Style, Italian-inspired
Calories: 680
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Focaccia Bread Base
  • 1 large loaf artisan Focaccia bread bought or baked
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil for brushing bread
Gourmet Fillings
  • 8-10 slices thick-cut bacon high-quality
  • 2 cups fresh baby arugula washed and dried completely
  • A pinch flaky sea salt for arugula
  • A pinch fresh black pepper for arugula
  • 1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil for arugula
Defining Finish
  • 1/4 cup thick store-bought balsamic glaze or homemade reduction
  • A pinch extra flaky sea salt for dusting finished sandwich

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Broiler (oven)
  • Serrated Bread Knife
  • Tongs
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange thick-cut bacon in a single layer and bake for 10-12 minutes until perfectly crispy, turning once. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. Wash and *completely* dry the baby arugula. In a mixing bowl, toss the arugula with 1/2 tsp of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Cut the Focaccia loaf horizontally with a sharp serrated knife. Brush both cut sides with extra virgin olive oil and broil on high for 1-2 minutes until deeply golden.
  4. Assemble the sandwich: Spread a thin layer of balsamic glaze on the bottom Focaccia half. Layer with crispy bacon, top with the dressed arugula. Drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the fillings and the top Focaccia half. Firmly close the sandwich.
  5. Dust the entire final sandwich with flaky sea salt and garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig and sliced cherry tomato if desired, define as shown in our magnificent cross-section photo (image_4.png) defined. Serve immediately.

Notes

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